1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca

To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 2008 Subaru Tribeca
Make Plymouth Subaru
Model Trail Duster Tribeca
Year Released 1974 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 217 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1885 kg
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2750 mm


 

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